Des Moines Area Community College.

Biotechnology Skills Grid

Reading Skills | Language Skills | Math Skills | Learning Skills | Computer Skills

Reading Skills

Skill Level
1. Recognize common words and meanings. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
2. Recognize task-related words with technical meanings. TAUGHT in the program
3. Recognize meanings of common abbreviations, acronyms, codes, and symbols. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
4. Identify factual details within text. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
5. Follow sequential directions to complete a task MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
6. Determine the main idea of a passage. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
7. Use table of contents, index, appendices, glossary, section headings and subheadings. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
8. Locate pages, titles, paragraphs, figures, or charts needed to answer questions or solve problems. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
9. Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information in text or visuals. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
10. Skim or scan to determine whether or not text contains relevant information. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
11. Cross-reference within and across source materials to select information to perform a routine. TAUGHT in the program
12. Use information entered on a form to complete a task. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
13. Combine information from multiple sources that contribute to the completion of a task. TAUGHT in the program
14. Select parts of text or visual materials to complete a task. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
15. Read column charts to obtain information. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
16. Locate chart information from a grid of rows and columns. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
17. Cross-reference charted material with text. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
18. Apply information from tables or graphs to locate malfunctions or select actions. TAUGHT in the program
19. Use flow charts and organizational charts to sequence events, arrive at a decision, or problem solve. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
20. Identify components within a schematic. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
21. Isolate problem components in schematics, tracing to cause of problem and interpreting symbols. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
22. Identify details, labels numbers, parts of an illustration, and parts from a key or legend. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
23. Follow sequenced illustrations as a guide. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
24. Interpret three-dimensional drawings of objects for assembly or disassembly. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
25. Determine meanings of figurative/idiomatic/technical usage of terms, using context clues as reference. TAUGHT in the program
26. Make inferences from text. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
27. Organize information from multiple sources. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
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Language Skills

Skill Level
1. Articulate words clearly when speaking. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
2. Make standard English usage choices. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
3. Adjust language level to the audience and the situation. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
4. Spell general vocabulary words correctly. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
5. Write key technical words accurately on forms. TAUGHT in the program
6. Spell task-related words and abbreviations correctly. TAUGHT in the program
7. Write complete sentences. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
8. Punctuate sentences correctly. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
9. Enter appropriate information onto a form. TAUGHT in the program
10. Record essential information in phrases or simple sentences. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
11. Transfer numbers, codes, dates and figures onto appropriate sections of forms. TAUGHT in the program
12. Select relevant details for a written communication. TAUGHT in the program
13. Outline a situation by identifying key ideas and support details. TAUGHT in the program
14. Write brief, descriptive accounts of activities or transactions performed. TAUGHT in the program
15. State general impressions of an event or situation as they relate to specific reporting goals. TAUGHT in the program
16. Summarize events and dialogue in an accurate, complete, and objective manner. TAUGHT in the program
17. Summarize the major points presented in a written communication. TAUGHT in the program
18. Generate a written communication according to a specific format (e.g., memo). TAUGHT in the program
19. Write a report including necessary support documentation. TAUGHT in the program
20. Identify intent, target audience, and essential details. TAUGHT in the program
21. Generate a written communication, arranging sections logically. TAUGHT in the program
22. Write a brief justification for actions taken and provide good reasons for rejecting alternative actions. TAUGHT in the program
23. Appraise a written communication and make adjustments to improve clarity. TAUGHT in the program
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Math Skills - Whole Numbers

Skill Level
1. Read and write whole numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
2. Round whole numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
3. Add whole numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
4. Subtract whole numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
5. Multiply whole numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
6. Divide whole numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
7. Apply divisibility tests. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
8. Use correct order of operations. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
9. Recognize prime and composite numbers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
10. Do calculations mentally. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
11. Estimate answers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

Math Skills - Fractions

Skill Level
12. Read and write fractions. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
13. Round to the nearest 1/2 or whole. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
14. Arrange fractions in order. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
15. Reduce fractions to lowest terms. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
16. Change mixed numbers to improper fractions. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
17. Change fractions to equivalent fractions. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
18. Add fractions. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
19. Subtract fractions. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
20. Multiply fractions. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
21. Divide fractions. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
22. Estimate answers. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

Math Skills - Decimals

Skill Level
23. Read and write decimals. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
24. Round decimals. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
25. Arrange decimals in order. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
26. Add decimals. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
27. Subtract decimals. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
28. Multiply decimals. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
29. Divide decimals. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
30. Change fractions to decimals. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
31. Change decimals to fractions. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
32. Use scientific notation. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

Math Skills - Percent

Skill Level
33. Read and write percents. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
34. Change percents to decimals. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
35. Change decimals to percents. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
36. Change percents to fractions. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
37. Change fractions to percents. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
38. Use ratio and proportion. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
39. Compute a percent of a number. EX: What is 6% of 40? MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
40. Find what percent one number is of another. EX: 6 is what % of 8? MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
41. Find the base. EX: 8 is 10% of what? MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
42. Compute: discounts, markup, tax, commission. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
43. Compute simple interest. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
44. Compute compound interest. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
45. Compute percentages mentally. NOT APPLICABLE to the program

Math Skills - Direct Measurement

Skill Level
46. Measure to the nearest 1/16 inch. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
47. Use inches, feet, yards, miles. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
48. Measure to the nearest millimeter. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
49. Use millimeter, centimeter, meter, kilometer. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
50. Measure weight to the nearest ounce. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
51. Measure weight to the nearest gram. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
52. Measure angles to the nearest degree. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
53. Measure temperature (Fahrenheit). REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
54. Measure temperature (Celsius). REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
55. Measure perimeter. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
56. Measure circumference. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
57. Use an architect's/engineer's scale. NOT APPLICABLE to the program

Math Skills - Computed Measurement

Skill Level
58. Convert from Metric to English units. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
59. Convert from English to Metric units. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry) MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
60. Compute areas of squares, rectangles, and parallelograms. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
61. Compute areas of triangles. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
62. Compute areas of trapezoids. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
63. Compute areas of circles. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
64. Use square inches, feet, and yards. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
65. Use square millimeters, centimeters, and meters. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
66. Compute volume of rectangular solids. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
67. Compute volume of cylindrical solids. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
68. Use cubic inches, feet, and yards. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
69. Use cubic millimeters, centimeters, and meters. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
70. Compute mass from volume and density. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
71. Find degree of precision/accuracy of calculations and measurements. TAUGHT in the program
72. Identify significant digits. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
73. Use the Pythagorean theorem. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
74. Do geometric constructions. NOT APPLICABLE to the program

Math Skills - Statistics

Skill Level
75. Calculate mean. TAUGHT in the program
76. Find median. TAUGHT in the program
77. Find mode. TAUGHT in the program
78. Construct line, bar, circle, and picture graphs. TAUGHT in the program
79. Interpret graphs. TAUGHT in the program
80. Calculate simple probabilities. TAUGHT in the program

Math Skills - Algebra

Skill Level
81. Use exponential notation. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
82. Use algebraic expressions (Ohms Law, gas laws, etc.). REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
83. Simplify algebraic expressions. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
84. Solve linear equations. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
85. Have the equivalent of 1 year of High School algebra. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)

Math Skills - Trigonometry

Skill Level
86. Use trig tables. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
87. Compute missing angles of triangles using trig. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
88. Compute missing sides of triangles using trig. NOT APPLICABLE to the program

Math Skills - Miscellaneous

Skill Level
89. Work with non-decimal numeration systems (binary, hexadecimal). NOT APPLICABLE to the program
90. Use a calculator for basic operations on whole numbers and decimals. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
91. Use a calculator for basic operations with fractions. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
92. Use special features of a calculator such as memory and constant. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
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Learning Skills

Skill Level
1. Use effective textbook study techniques. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
2. Take competent notes from lecture. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
3. Take tests in objective formats. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
4. Take essay tests. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
5. Locate materials in library. REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity need before program entry)
6. Plan a reasonable study schedule. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
7. Follow sequential instructions. TAUGHT in the program
8. Develop sequential instructions. TAUGHT in the program
9. Make accurate observations. TAUGHT in the program
10. Identify significant similarities and differences between two or more items. TAUGHT in the program
11. Classify or match items by their distinguishing features. TAUGHT in the program
12. Draw logical inferences based on observations. TAUGHT in the program
13. Identify cause and effect relationships. TAUGHT in the program
14. Given a problem, analyze the situation and identify and evaluate possible causes. TAUGHT in the program
15. Given a problem, identify and evaluate alternative solutions and arrive at a workable solution. TAUGHT in the program
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Computer Skills

Skill Level
1. Operate a microcomputer system. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
2. Demonstrate keyboarding skills. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
3. Use a word processing program. MASTERED (will not be retaught in the program)
4. Use a desktop publishing program. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
5. Use a spreadsheet program. TAUGHT in the program
6. Use a data base program. TAUGHT in the program
7. Use a graphics program. TAUGHT in the program
8. Use a computer aided drafting program. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
9. Use a computer assisted manufacturing program. NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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